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2006 Volvo C70 Consumer Discussions
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Volvo C70 Window and Door Problems
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Volvo C70 Window broken 2006
I was driving my car with a semi-broken window. I was having to push it up whenever I would put it down. After about a couple of days of having this issue, it just fell all the down in to the window. Now, I'm being quoted 500+ Euros to have it fixed. Can anyone shed some light on what is a good website to get used Volvo parts off of? and ... Read More
Volvo C70 - Should I Buy One?
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Try before you buy
Before you purchase a Volvo C70 try it. Rent one for a week. These vehicles are not selling well at all. For the 2010 C70 there is $6,000 dealer money. Because there is dealer money, this vehicle can be purchased thousands below invoice. These vehicles have one annoying problem, they leak. They leak in car washes and some rain storms. They have had may recalls on these vehicles since 2006.Maybe for ... Read More
Volvo C70
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2007 C70 problems
I bought my volvo in Sept. 2006. The initial tires were selected by the dealer and were performance tires on 18 inch wheels only rated for 15000 miles. I now have 81000 miles and have been through 4 sets of tires,.. According to the dealership, Volvo found an excessive cambor problem with the back tires and fixed this on the 2010. Now they want me to pay for repair to my ... Read More
Volvo C70 Audio System Problems
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Re: '06 iPod solution [volvo_driver]
Three years later, I finally have an integrated iPod solution for my 2006 C70. It was challenging, but the team at Al & Ed's on La Cienega in Los Angeles patiently researched options, examined the factory audio system, spoke with vehicle and audio specialists and selected the right combination of cables and software. I believe they are the only ones to date who have been able to successfully complete this type ... Read More
Volvo C70 Navigation Systems
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2008 - 2009 Navteq DVD
Anyone on the East Coast interested in buying the latest Volvo Navigation DVD's from Navteq with me. I have a 2006 Volvo C70 with the original DVD from a few years ago. It looks like Navteq has an updated set for 2009-2009 for $200. Since I will never use Disk 1 for the East Coast and only need disk #2 for the west coast I was wondering if anyone with a ... Read More
Volvo C70
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2007 C70 problems
I previously drove a 2001 and 2002 C70 with 17 inch wheels. I lived in Kansas City and loved the way it handled in any type of weather. In Fall of 2006, I purchased a 2007 C70 and have had an expensive problem. My previous care was totaled and I needed a car fast. I had my heart set on the Volvo C70 and found one in San Diego (we now ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible Top Problems
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Re: Warning message when roof is closed [bobparis]
I have had the exact same problem with my 2006 C70. The first time it happened was about 9 or 10 months ago on a very windy night on the freeway. Same situation, out-of-the blue the warning beeps started with the message stated to stop safely to avoid roof damaged. The top was up at the time, so I pulled over as soon as I could safely, lowered and raised the ... Read More
Volvo C70 New Owner Reports
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Re: C70 Retractable HT stalling [tsk1]
We originally went to Sweden and picked up our car in late November 2006- and drove it in the dark, rain, and cold. We loved every second of our adventure! But we never (for good reason) put the top down during our travel. A while back - in June actually, I posted a notification about our retractable HD stalling. It all started with a passenger window not working in sync. This ... Read More
Volvo C70 TSBs, Recalls and Problem Codes
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New Campaign Notice Received 8/6/07
Just received this notice today saying Volvo has developed improved components to help ensure continued satisfaction with my C70.It is campaign 175A, 175B and 175C. 1 - Retaining clips for retractable top mechanism will be inspected. 2 - Wiring harness in retractable hardtop will be rerouted to prevent chafing and improve functionality. 3 - Replacement of the trunck lid seal will improve the opening and closing performance of the trunk lid. ... Read More
Volvo C70 New Owner Reports
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Re: C70 Retractable HT stalling [kathleen4]
I have a 2007 Gold C70 I picked up in Sweden in September 2006 and have really enjoyed it. Although my wife wants to drive it much more than I had hoped. Also had the top start to periodically stall (top in trunk with the trunk lid straight up). After waiting about 10 minutes I was always able to put it back up but not finish opening. Took it to the ... Read More
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C70 Retractable HT stalling
We took delivery in Sweden in November 2006 of a silver C70 fully loaded, if you could buy it, we did. But due to the cold, rain, wind etc, never used the retractable HT until we took final delivery in California. In the 4 months we have had the car , we've taken the car in for repair 6 times. The passenger window does not go up and down properly with ... Read More
Article Comments - 2007 Hardtop Convertible Comparison Test: 2006 Volvo C70
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Re: wow! [circlew]
I think that in comparing the new 328i vert. to the C70, individual preferences and priorities will make everyone have their own winner, whether it is an individual car buyer, or a reviewer. One thing I have noticed in comparison tests involving the C70 is that it's 0-60 acceleration seems to come out a bit slower than the Volvo-claimed number, and also slower than the competing vehicles in the comparison, despite ... Read More
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Article Comments - 2007 Hardtop Convertible Comparison Test: 2006 Volvo C70
Check out our hardtop comparo and let us know what you think. 2007 Hardtop Convertible Comparison Test: 2006 Volvo C70 vs. 2007 BMW 328i
2007 Volvo C70 - where'd the strut tower brace go?
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Re: 2007 C70 - where'd the strut tower brace go? [rschleicher]
Forgive me taking so much space but the following may help decipher your vin code. This was originally posted by fellow member lemenn, but I can't find the post # to direct you, so, apologies to lemenn for highjacking his thread. My strut is covered at both ends by a plastic and foam cover although I've not looked at it now, I'm going from memory. Following your humorous vein - you ... Read More
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Re: 2007 C70 - where'd the strut tower brace go? [erisaman]
Interesting, erisaman. Yes, my car is a US-version T5. I picked it up from the dealer in late January, but I believe that it was manufactured in December 2006 (from one of the stickers on the car), so a little bit after yours. I was intitially wondering if the part had just been inadvertantly left off my car. But I've seen photos of another 2007 engine compartment, from a 2007 US ... Read More
Volvo C70 TSBs, Recalls and Problem Codes
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Re: Volvo UK C70 Recall [ukc70]
Got my MY06 C70 July 2006. Never got any recall requests from the dealer. I knew about the 163A-F service campaign mentioned in this forum several months ago (thanks), so when I reached 7500 miles 2wks ago, I went in for several things. 1)first oil change 2)the 163A-F service campaign 3)adjusting headlights to aim higher 4)Barking dog software upgrade 5)to replace the back plastic cover which was stained by the 2 ... Read More
Volvo C70 Brake Problems
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Re: 2001 volvo c70 instrument panel displaying "disc" ? [dahlia18]
Oh, my mistake! I keep missing the fact that this forum covers the 1st-gen C70 models, and is not just about the new (2006+) C70. My previous comment about rear-seat access was only relevant to the new C70. Sorry about providing misleading info.
Volvo C70 - Tracking Your Car's Order Process
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Re: Update [rschleicher]
First of all, keep in mind we have a small Volvo dealership here, only 4 or 5 C70's alloted to this dealer for 2007 and they only had 3 for 2006. We placed our deposit in July 06. The LDOC or last date of change for the order was at the end of August. We received the VIN and a report that the car was FAC or factory complete on 11/30. ... Read More
Volvo C70 New Owner Reports
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Re: Volvo C70: New Owner Reports [tombon]
I am a little tardy on my report, but better late than never. I picked up the car on November 11, as I mentioned in Post #28. On November 15, with 300 miles on the odometer, I got a flat tire. Convinced it was a factory defect, I had my baby towed back to the dealer. Turns out I had run over a nail and since I had ridden on the ... Read More
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Just got mine
First of all, I want to thank all of you for your contributions to this forum. I have periodically followed the various C70 forums over the last several months, and they contributed to my decision. Due to the lack of availability at local (California) dealers, I had decided to go with the European delivery for summer '07. I have done this on my two other Volvo purchases, and it is a ... Read More
Volvo C70 Window and Door Problems
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Window Problem
I've had my car for three days now (3 days 8 hours). It is now in the shop and I have a temporary 2006 C70. I'm really upset. I rolled my window down to swipe my parking garage card then tried to roll it back up. My driver's side window now won't go back up! It goes up about five inches stops and then goes right back down. The Volvo rep ... Read More
Volvo C70 TSBs, Recalls and Problem Codes
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Denial of Campaign 163
I contacted Volvo Sweden directly to try to have more information. Below are most of the information I received (I removed personal information). Your Global Customer Relations File Number is XXXXXX. Dear Mr. Le Menn, Thank you for your email dated 7th December, 2006, inquiring about campaign 163 regarding Volvo C70. Concerning your query, we have investigated in our company system and we can therefore inform you that there seem to ... Read More
Volvo C70 New Owner Reports
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Re: Volvo C70: New Owner Reports [henkbw]
Hi henkbw, I see you drove your C70 6500 kms in 2 months. congratulation! I got mine October the 10th and my chassis number is 12591. What is yours? I am asking this because you seems to have some of the problems described by the recall and I am now almost sure mine must also been affected. Below are information regarding how to decode your VIN number Volvo 2006 Version Identification ... Read More
Volvo C70 TSBs, Recalls and Problem Codes
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numbers of cars concerned by the USA Canada recall
Below are the number of cars concerned by the USA and Canada Recalls: Service Campaign 163A- C70 Water Shield for Roof Module MY 2006-2007 In order to reduce water contamination to the CRM (Convertible Roof Module) and/or wiring on some C70s, a water shield will be installed. The corrective action is to install a water shield. Approximately 1,371 vehicles in the US and 97 vehicles in Canada are affected. Service Campaign ... Read More
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Re: Volvo C70: TSBs and Recalls [johnh7]
I've just heard that my car was built in week 200646 - which I assume is the 46th week of 2006. This suggests it was built w/c 11/13/2006 and would, I hope, have any necessary modifications incorporated in the factory? It was signed off as 'Factory Complete' today - 11/29/2006. Of course, I also wonder if the issues being dealt with by this recall, affect Stateside cars more so than European. ... Read More
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Re: Volvo C70: TSBs and Recalls [lemenn]
This is probably just a recall on cars sent to states. You must not have one or they would have told you.I know it is real because I have appointment to get a rain shield installed on the 6th of December. That was all I needed as other things on recall were OK. My car only came up on computer at dealer as needing R163A which was rain shield. From other ... Read More
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Re: Volvo C70: TSBs and Recalls [lemenn]
I may be mistaken but it looks like you can order a copy of the service campaign (which appears to be 40 pages in length). Here is the link. (Hope the link works.) It is Volvo North America (not sure if that makes a difference since you are not in North America). https://volvotechinfo.com/index.cfm?...&startRow=11&endRow=20&page=2 If the link is not working this is the description of the campaign (which you might be able ... Read More
Volvo C70 - Options Chosen or Rejected
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Re: Volvo C70 - options chosen or rejected. [asja]
Hi asja - lemenn has told you about having the spare tire, but didn't mention his pics on the other thread 'Volvo C70 Convertible 2006 +'. Check out post # 935 and you'll see his pic of the tire and cover as installed in the boot well. As an aside, I too have ordered the spare tire, but also asked the price of the inflation kit as a back up. So ... Read More
Volvo C70 New Owner Reports
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Re: Delivery/Pick Up Issues [johnh7]
A good one this - one I'll be following closely as I hope to pick up my C70 next month. Okay - allied to the 'barking dog' I recall the 'asthmatic bird', then there were some problems with the heater blowing cold when set to hot and, of course, the question of 'rings' appearing on the rear shelf. You may like to pick up some of the originals on these - ... Read More
Volvo C70 Interior & Trim
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Re: In convertibles... [yankees338]
Well young sir - if you like Celestial Blue and favour luxury wood effect - feast your eyes on both, via the pics of Lemenn's C70, as featured in the previous thread 'Volvo C70 Convertible 2006 +'. Log onto page 46 and check out message #906 - and have dad with you to check out the wood effect and particularly the steering wheel - oh, and it's awesome to the touch ... Read More
Volvo C70 Owners - Meet the Members
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An alternative view.
There have been comments in the past, that the Volvo website in the States is umm, not too good. Having taken a look, I can see what was meant. You may like to try www.volvocars.co.uk - the site is basically the same but we seem to have a few more interactive portions. Our Interactive Gallery enables you to change colours and wheels and then allows you to turn the car to ... Read More
Volvo C70 New Owner Reports
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Re: C70 Tracking [cricket4]
Not much help I'm afraid - am based in UK so these issues don't arise in the same way - however, volvomax (sadly missing from our pages these days!!) was frequently asked these questions in the previous forum 'Volvo C70 Convertible 2006+'. You may pick up the thread from messages #754 758 761 on page 39. Good luck.
Volvo C70 Owners - Meet the Members
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Re: Volvo C70 Owners: Meet the Members [jaybrd642]
I've seen the Flint Grey and it looks good - you may be interested to view the pics posted by maden on the previous forum - the 'Volvo C70 2006+' forum (now read only) and check out his web site as shown on reply #719 (of 954 - I think it's on page 37/38??) Please folks - keep posting, it's my only link with sanity at present!
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Re: Volvo C70 Owners: Meet the Members [claires]
Hello All, I'm a 37 year old in Los Angeles. I ordered my Flint Grey Metallic with Off Black Interior in October 2005 and received it mid-July 2006 (and going with the theme, I had originally thought it would have been delivered in March - closer to my birthday). Its loaded - Dynaudio, 18" wheels, nav and park asst. Prior to this vehicle I owned two V70 XC wagons - a ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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mvn
I lucked out on getting my 2006 C70 – someone backed out on it. I picked it up late May and already have 9,000 miles. I love it. Black exterior, calcite cream interior, all options except navigation/Sirius. I also have a problem with the whirring (barking dog) noise. I took it in right away to a local dealership and they said there isn’t an issue. I brought in some of the ... Read More
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Re: Initial Review & question about air and windscreen [brownt]
I also have the windscreen butI don't experience this problem. It could be the seatbelts not being secured with the clip attached the the backseats. Re noise in A/C, I also don't have this problem but see this article from USA Today: http://www.usatoday.com/money/autos/reviews/healey/2006-08-03-volvo-c70_x.htm I have a question regarding the Bluetooth...where is the microphone attached? to the visors? I have a black C70 with the off-white interior. I'd recommend the back seat ... Read More
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Pictures
Burgh Go to topspeed.com and then click on Volvo, then the 2006 c70, they have some pretty good pics and I think the celestial blue with black leather. That is the combo we ordered as well. I really like the flextech look and feel but my wife made a good point about all the stitching in the seat and seat back which might not wear as well. Wonder if anybody else ... Read More
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Re: For folks who have order the 2007 Model [blamb3]
I wonder how many people out there are in exactly your situation. I really think Volvo missed the boat, big time. Sure, they will sell out their 2006 allotment, and probably 2007. But, they could have done so much better. And I do believe that once someone drives the C70 that it will be worth it (at least based on my limited experience), but how many won't wait for delivery because ... Read More
Article Comments - 2006 Volvo C70 Full Test
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Article Comments: 2006 Volvo C70 Full Test
Are you thinking about the C70? Find out what the editors say in their full test. Talk about it here!
Volvo C70
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Here's something to watch for
I picked up my 2006 c70 2 weeks ago. This car is beautiful. I bought a magic blue with the calcite cream leather interior. I must say everything is perfect about this car. The stereo is great, the nav system is so user friendly, my IPOD adapter makes listening to my music easy, the Volvo hands-free with bluetooth phone adapter makes it easy to keep in touch while on the road...and ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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Re: OSD Confirmation and Travel Packet [tsk1]
Wow !! That is unbelievable.... I ordered my 2006 C70 in February, had delivery dates delayed by over 3 months, and am not currently scheduled to get my vehicle until July 27 (subject to change, I am sure, without further notice). I could wait 6 weeks and get a 2007 C70 thru OSD.... All I can do is shake my head (and wait.....) and wonder what the heck is going on ... Read More
Volvo C70
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New to Discussion and New to volvo
I am considering a 2002 volvo c70 with 41,950 miles. When I first saw it at the dealership, it would not start because the battery was dead. I drove another volvo c70, liked the looks of it but it seemed to have a humming noise coming from the engine (not a typical humming noise). I have read reviews on volvo in Edmund's and they concern me as the talk is about ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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Re: Wait a minute... [volvomax]
I love the idea that people constantly express about convertible utility in New England. My 2006 Magic Blue C70 arrives in 2 weeks (ordered in Feb), and I can guarantee you that there will be days in all 12 months on which I will drive it with the top down. 50 degree sunshine in January in Boston with heated seats and the windows up is an AWESOME convertible day, and it ... Read More
Volvo C70
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Re: Problems with vibration at 50 mph [volvomax]
Well, now the dealer is telling me that its a normal cowl vibration and the original C70 was a coupe that Volvo transformed into a convertible because the public out cry was so demanding for a convertible. They've corrected this by the new 2006 hardtop convertible. They keep adjusting the tire pressure and also recommend changing the tires to 15 inches - won't look too good though. Funny thing, I paid ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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Re: Delivery Time Frames - 2007 Models [volvomax]
Well was at the dealer last week looking for my next Audi and the delivery truck drove up with a few new cars to include this lone Black C70 surprise for the dealer. Needless to say it drew my attention away from my Audi shopping. The dealer said as soon as he posts this C70 it will be gone. All that he has on order are already spoken for by customers ... Read More
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Re: Is anyone else concerned? [4runnerv8sport]
Yes, I got tired of all the missed dates and let my 2006 slide (when he told me it moved from march to april to june to end of july.....), the dealer has me on reserve for a 2007 which he'll let me cancel up until he can order the 2007 (he is charging $1000 under MSRP). Meanwhile, last week I put a deposit down on the VW Eos and will ... Read More
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Is anyone else concerned?
Is it me or do these rollout delays seem a bit more unusual than other vehicle rollouts. It seems that Volvo hasn't even been remotely close to meeting deadlines on this car, even when they give such a broad range. Also, promised dates come and go without any advance notice of revised estimated dates. Dealers are clueless, and seem to blame delays for demos on "the port". What was the point ... Read More
Volvo C70
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Re: Volvo's next convertible? [otis]
Saw the new retractable hardtop C70 in the 2006 Seattle Auto Show. They would not operate the top and would not let me see how much trunk space there was. A nice looking car but does the top have problems....hmmm? I like the looks of the older style C70. Not so "Volvo" looking. Vennyo
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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Delivery dates....more waiting
hsmolin...I am surprised by your early delivery date. I ordered in mid-February and have now been told delivery will be July 27. See my prior rants...I mean posts. What is even more surprising is this: http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2006/03/01/212156.html Volvo has only sold 74 C70s in January and February. I assume they had minimal sales in 2005, and I also assume most of Jan/Feb are the 2006 C70 (not prior model). Why will it ... Read More
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Recent testdrive
Hello again to all the future C70 owners! I saw that New Car Test Drive recently published a review of the C70. It's a great review but they almost say nothing negative which makes me wonder if they're truly independent. I know the C70 is an awesome car and all. Anyway, here's the link for all of you to read. http://www.nctd.com/review-intro.cfm?Vehicle=2006_Volvo_C70&ReviewID=1914 Happy reading!
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Bad information (again) from Volvo
OK...with much consternation after reading some of the posts on this board and others, I contacted my Volvo dealer where I ordered my C70 3 weeks ago. At that time, I was not "guaranteed" delivery in May, but they strongly suspected mid- to late May for their 4 production slots for the 2006 model. Well.......maybe not. Now, after talking to the owner/manager, it appears that Volvo will not be delivering my ... Read More
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Re: Order custom C70 [millenr]
The dealership is fairly confident that they will be able to deliver the 2007 in August - thus far they haven't been right about too much - but it looks to me like it is Volvo that has been the source of bad information. I currently have a convertible so I'm not concerned about the car arriving a couple of months late. I trade every 3-4 years so I'm totally uninterested ... Read More
Volvo C70 Audio System Problems
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C70 Qs
Hey gang, I recently sent Volvo Corp a letter requesting info about Ipod and/or aux connections for the C70. Read and weep the answers below to my questions: "I read a review of the C70 on www.autobytel.com wherein the author (Thom Blackett) states "of special note, an auxiliary jack for items like an ipod should be forthcoming for the 2007 model year." Can you confirm that the 2007 C70 will be ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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Re: Competition... [biancar]
Here is a summary from Edmunds of the new features of the 2007 A4 convertible, which is more than just the engine (although that is probably the most significant upgrade). And yes, similarly equipped, it will likely end up being $2-3K more than the Volvo. "Audi's refreshed A4 Cabriolet will be well equipped to take on the likes of new competition such as the Volvo C70 when it appears in September ... Read More
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Re: Competition... [volvomax]
I have not driven either, as they are not yet available, but the 2007 Audi A4 3.2 (with its upgraded engine, suspension and safety features) looks to be a superior car to the 2006 Volvo C70 in every way, other than the stereo and the lack of a hard top (and a couple of thousand dollars). Each person will have to decide whether the hard top is a transforming feature for ... Read More
Volvo C70
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Re: Saab 9 - 3 versus Volvoc70
I ordered a Volvo C70 in December, they are saying delivery in March, seems early from what I've been reading. List $43,500 discounted $1,000.00. Flint grey,upgraded dynaudio, heated seats, light grey (granite) leather, 6 speed. Trading in 2003 Saab 9-3 convertible (not the new body style). Saab does not compare well with Volvo and the depreciation on Saabs makes them a poor purchase. There are now 8 or 9 road tests ... Read More
Volvo C70 Convertible - 2006 and Newer
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Re: 2004 c70 or 2006 c70 [cardfan]
I like the new look also, but I was told by my sales guy at Volvo that it will be around 45k.It will only offer 1 engine, unlike the previous which offered a low pressure turbo, vs a high pressue, more spunky engine. I had an 04 HTP built for me and took delivery in Aug 04. It looks just like the one in the picture here. Light blue but with ... Read More
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C70 OSD model year designation
After completing some paperwork for my C70 OSD order I was given a copy of a Nov. 2005 bulletin sent to Volvo dlrs addressing C70 OSD orders. It states dlrs could accept pre-orders beginning 11/21 for Model Year 2007 cars. Orders will be filled on a first come first served basis from the limited allocation on this model. First deliveries will be in Aug 2006. This leads me to believe C70's ... Read More
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2004 c70 or 2006 c70
I am in the market for a convertible and love the volvo c70. I am debating on buying a used low mileage 04 c70 or waiting for the 06. I like the interior of the 04(lots of room) and have not seen the 06. I can purchase an 04 with low mileage (less than 20k) for around $30k. Any thoughts . . .?
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Re: And Don't Forget [kyfdx]
How much should I expect to pay on a lease for a 2006 Volvo C70, with no money down in Miami FL with great credit?
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I have seen the car in person. I was 10 feet away.
It is the C70. It does look alot like the S40. Beware of Photoshop pictures of the convertible. The link in message 19 shows the actual car. Look for center mounted brake light in the deck lid. The word Volvo is under it. The rear end is reworked from the S40. The twin tailpipes are straight, not pointed down like the S40. The back seat looks to be nearly the same ... Read More
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